Meredith Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Meredith Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Hampshire. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 80.2% in NH) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 128 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | NH00308 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF MEREDITH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Meredith Reservoir Dam?
Meredith Reservoir Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Meredith Reservoir Dam?
Meredith Reservoir Dam is owned by TOWN OF MEREDITH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meredith Reservoir Dam built?
Meredith Reservoir Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Meredith Reservoir Dam?
Meredith Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Meredith Reservoir Dam?
Meredith Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Meredith Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Meredith Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.